Chanel claims that using the new Le Vernis polish with the Le Gel top coat offers wear for up to seven days. Plus, you get a super-glossy, gel-like finish without a UV lamp.

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Rouge Noir and Vamp are both still available in Chanel's current nail polish line. Be warned, the price is significantly higher than in 1994 ($28).

Chanel's formula is 5-Free which means that each polish is without formaldehyde, dibutyl phthalate, toluene, formaldehyde resin, and camphor - ingredients that have strong odors, can trigger asthma, and are known carcinogens.

The new Le Vernis formula has definitely improved with better pigment, coverage and application. I think it's actually just as good as the original version but the new brush makes application much easier with just a few brush strokes.

And as the colour for this nail varnish is so strong, the brand recommends using a bottom coat to stop any staining too. Drying time was around 5-10 minutes for the first coat, and we left the second coat for around 20 minutes, just to be sure it was completely dry before running the risk of smudging.

Prestige perfumes typically have a higher concentration of oils and use more expensive raw ingredients, she explained, so as demand soars, so can production costs. “Chanel No. 5 is one of the best known examples of this. One of the ingredients is a rare flower,” said O'Neill.

History. Vamp was created in 1994 by Dominique Moncourtois, Chanel's director of makeup creation. Moncourtois was inspired by Karl Lagerfeld, who asked him for a dark polish that would show up in the black and white photos that Lagerfeld was making to introduce his 1995 Spring/Summer Chanel Ready-to-wear collection.

Chanel Diamond Forever bag $261,000 Madonna holds the Chanel Diamond Forever bag at amfAR's Cinema Against AIDS 2008 benefit. In 2008, Chanel produced its Diamond Forever bag. Karl Lagerfeld designed the alligator leather piece in the style of the French label's iconic flap bags.

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Some of the toxic chemicals that may be present in nail polish include; formaldehyde, camphor, formaldehyde resin, dibutyl phthalate, and toluene. Quite funnily, these are referred to as the ”Big Five” chemicals. These chemicals are particularly toxic to the user as well as the nail care expert.

According to the SAs, Monogram Vernis is not being phased out; as far as they know, it's only a rumor. In fact, some of the Monogram Vernis colors available for the Alma BB are new, like the beautiful ombre one pictured below.

one to two hours To prevent smudging, it is best to wait one to two hours before hopping in the tub or shower. To help speed drying time, use a fast-drying topcoat or a nail polish dryer.

What are the best perfumes for older women?

• Best overall perfume for older women : Tom Ford Oud Wood.
• Best perfume for older women with jasmine : Gucci Flora Gorgeous Jasmine Eau de Parfume.
• Best floral perfume for older women : Estee Lauder Beautiful Belle.

The Eau de Parfum draws inspiration from the original Parfum. This floral bouquet, composed around May rose and jasmine, features bright citrus top notes. Aldehydes create a unique presence, while the smooth touch of bourbon vanilla yields an incredibly sensual sillage.